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Linux user since 2003, when in the 9th Grade I installed Mandrake 9.1 on an old Desktop. I have since moved between Fedora, Debian, Gentoo, and finally Ubuntu. I have been a recreational Programmer since 2004, Professionally since 2006. I have been working with Embedded Linux (ARM) since 2007, working with a debian derived OS. Linux user since 2003, when in the 9th Grade I installed Mandrake 9.1 on an old Desktop.
I have since moved between Fedora, Debian, Gentoo, and finally Ubuntu.
I have been a recreational Programmer since 2004, Professionally since 2006. I have been working with Embedded Linux (ARM) since 2007, developing a debian derived OS for our platform. I have been employed since 2008 as an x86 developer and lead architect at a small company. Currently an undergrad with a declared CS Major.
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 '''EMail:''' paultag@gmail.com  '''EMail:''' paultag@gmail.com, tag@paultags.com
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 '''Launchpad:''' https://launchpad.net/~paultag
  '''Sites:''' https://launchpad.net/~paultag, http://paultags.com
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 * Creator of Sabre (a Bluetooth plugin for amaroK) Designed and tested for Ubuntu. Found Here: http://kde-apps.org/content/show.php?content=75746 Published under GNU GPL
 * Creator of Qube (a CLI into libnotify) allowing Bash scripters to use the attractive notification daemon. Found Here: https://launchpad.net/~qube-stable Published under GNU GPL		  * Creator of Sabre (a Bluetooth plugin for amaroK) Designed and tested for Ubuntu. Found Here: http://kde-apps.org/content/show.php?content=75746 Published under GNU GPL. At it's peek, the plugin was ranked the second highest amaroK plugin.
 * Creator of Qube (a CLI into libnotify) allowing Bash scripters to use the attractive notification daemon. Found Here: https://launchpad.net/~qube-stable Published under GNU GPL.
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 * In the development phase of the Beginners Team education site, becoming a catalyst for a MOTU-style mentor / mentee system.
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 * Continue to help and support new users, and to retain more of the user base that tries the Live CD.  * Continue to help and support new users, and to retain more of the user base that tries out the Live CD.
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= Testimonials =

 * I have worked with Paul extensively since I joined the Ubuntu Forums BT. Paul is a helpful and friendly guy that goes out of his way to contribute in a positive manner. His contributions to Ubuntu ([https://launchpad.net/sabre Sabre] and [https://launchpad.net/qube Qube]), combined with his positive approach to helping people make him an ideal candidate for Ubuntu Membership. Please consider his application favorably. [https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Old_soldier Charles Davis]

About Me

Linux user since 2003, when in the 9th Grade I installed Mandrake 9.1 on an old Desktop. I have since moved between Fedora, Debian, Gentoo, and finally Ubuntu. I have been a recreational Programmer since 2004, Professionally since 2006. I have been working with Embedded Linux (ARM) since 2007, developing a debian derived OS for our platform. I have been employed since 2008 as an x86 developer and lead architect at a small company. Currently an undergrad with a declared CS Major.

Contact

Contributions to the Community

  • Creator of Sabre (a Bluetooth plugin for amaroK) Designed and tested for Ubuntu. Found Here: http://kde-apps.org/content/show.php?content=75746 Published under GNU GPL. At it's peek, the plugin was ranked the second highest amaroK plugin.

  • Creator of Qube (a CLI into libnotify) allowing Bash scripters to use the attractive notification daemon. Found Here: https://launchpad.net/~qube-stable Published under GNU GPL.

  • Member of the Ubuntu Forum's Beginner's Team, where we take the time to walk new uses through their new Linux Desktop or Laptop.

  • Part of the Mass LoCo team, although currently inactive, as I have been at school in Ohio.

  • Local activist, getting friends and family to try and keep using Ubuntu, through support.
  • Installed a set of two Linux servers, configured them to work with the Design and Technology center in our High School, controlling a domain of 14 Windows computers, loaded with Architecture software, as well as providing remote filesystem space through Samba. Then took a role as the System Administrator, and maintained them for 3 years.
  • In the development phase of the Beginners Team education site, becoming a catalyst for a MOTU-style mentor / mentee system.

Goals

  • Become an active MOTU, and contribute new software to the Repository.
  • Work on increasing Linux and GNU's footprint in the wider computer user environment.
  • Continue to help and support new users, and to retain more of the user base that tries out the Live CD.
  • Create Open and Free software that benefits the Linux community as a whole.

Testimonials

  • I have worked with Paul extensively since I joined the Ubuntu Forums BT. Paul is a helpful and friendly guy that goes out of his way to contribute in a positive manner. His contributions to Ubuntu ([https://launchpad.net/sabre Sabre] and [https://launchpad.net/qube Qube]), combined with his positive approach to helping people make him an ideal candidate for Ubuntu Membership. Please consider his application favorably. [https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Old_soldier Charles Davis]

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